1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Dodge Durango | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |